World & Physical Geography MCQs
World Geography Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Quiz for State and UPSC Civil Services Examinations. Objective Questions on Physical Geography and World Geography for competitive examinations.
21. Which statement about the coastal city of Rio de Janeiro is not accurate?
[A] It is referred to as the “Marvelous City”
[B] It holds the status of being Brazil’s second largest city
[C] It is a monument dedicated to the World War I fallen soldiers
[D] Its symbol of recognition is the 98 feet high ‘Christ the Redeemer’
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Correct Answer: C [It is a monument dedicated to the World War I fallen soldiers]
Notes:
Rio de Janeiro, the second largest city in Brazil, is affectionately known as the ‘Marvelous City’, or ‘Cidade Maravilhosa’ in Portuguese. One of its defining symbols is the towering ‘Christ the Redeemer’ statue. However, it is not dedicated to the fallen soldiers of World War I. Rather, that distinction goes to the Great Ocean Road, a scenic coastal route in Australia which runs over 243 kilometers and stands as the world’s largest war memorial.
22. Which among the following mountain ranges extend from Kazakhstan to northern China?
[A] Altai
[B] Andes
[C] Atlas
[D] Vosges
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Correct Answer: A [Altai ]
Notes:
The Altai mountain range in Central Asia, is a young folded mountain range which extends from Kazakhstan to northern China. The Belukha Mountain is the highest peak in Altai.
23. The Shipki La pass is located in which among the following states in India?
[A] Sikkim
[B] Arunachal Pradesh
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Himachal Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Himachal Pradesh]
Notes:
The Shipki La Pass connects the Indian State Himachal Pradesh with Tibet. It has an elevation of 6000 metres. It remains close in winter.
24. Which pass connects the Leh and the Siachen Glaciers?
[A] Khardung La
[B] Jelep La
[C] Nathu La
[D] Bom di La
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Correct Answer: A [Khardung La]
Notes:
The Khardung La pass near Leh in Ladakh, has an elevation of 5602 metres. It connects the Leh and the Siachen Glaciers. The world’s highest motorable road passes through this pass.
25. Which is the largest hot desert in the world?
[A] Gobi
[B] Sahara
[C] Atacama
[D] Thar
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Correct Answer: B [Sahara]
Notes:
The Sahara desert is a subtropical desert present in Africa. It is the largest hot desert in the world. It has an area of 94,00,000 square kilometres.
26. Consider the following geographical features and their respective countries:
- Irazú Volcano – Costa Rica
- Socotra Island – Maldives
- Salar de Uyuni – Brazil
How many of them are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] All 3
[D] None
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 ]
Notes:- Irazú Volcano – Costa Rica: Irazú Volcano is an active stratovolcano situated in Costa Rica, Central America. It is part of the Cordillera Central volcanic range and is known for its impressive size and historical eruptions. Irazú Volcano stands at an elevation of 3,432 meters (11,260 feet) and offers breathtaking views from its summit, including its main crater, which contains a greenish-yellow sulfuric lake. The volcano is located within Irazú Volcano National Park, attracting visitors with its unique volcanic landscapes and rich biodiversity.
- Socotra Island – Yemen: Socotra Island is an isolated island located in the Arabian Sea, off the coast of Yemen. It is part of the Socotra Archipelago and is known for its unique and endemic plant and animal species. The island’s biodiversity is exceptional, with over 700 endemic plant species, such as the iconic Dragon’s Blood Tree and the Desert Rose. Socotra Island’s distinct landscapes, including rugged mountains, white sand beaches, and arid plains, make it a captivating destination for nature enthusiasts and researchers.
- Salar de Uyuni – Bolivia: Salar de Uyuni is the world’s largest salt flat, located in southwest Bolivia near the Andes Mountains. Spanning over 10,000 square kilometers (4,000 square miles), it is a breathtaking natural wonder. The salt flat is a vast expanse of shimmering white salt crusts, creating a mirror-like effect during the rainy season. It is an otherworldly landscape that offers stunning photo opportunities and the chance to witness unique geological formations and vibrant-colored lagoons.
27. In which among the following latitudes do Extra-tropical cyclones form?
- At the Equator
- At the Tropics
- Middle and High Latitudes
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 2 & 3
[B] Only 1
[C] Only 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 3]
Notes:
The Extra-Tropical Cyclones or Temperate cyclones are storm systems emerging in the mid and high latitudes, away from the tropics. They are low-pressure systems with associated cold fronts, warm fronts, and occluded fronts. Extra-tropical cyclones are also known as mid-latitude storms or baroclinic storms.
28. Which among the following pairs of Koeppen’s climate classification is/are correctly matched?
- BS – Steppe Climate
- Aw – Tropical rainforest
- Af – Tropical Savannah
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 3
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
The Koeppen climate classification system recognizes five major climatic types and each type is designated by a capital letter- A, B, C, D, E, and H.
A, C, D, E are considered as Humid whereas B is considered as Dry.
The group A is recognised as Tropical climate.
The letter code Aw represents Tropical Savannah climate.
The letter code Af represents Tropical Rainforests (No dry season).
29. Which among the following is not associated with the Pacific Ocean?
[A] Albatross Plateau
[B] Challenger Deep
[C] Challenger Rise
[D] Fiji Basin
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Correct Answer: C [Challenger Rise]
Notes:
The mid-Atlantic ridge representing the zone of divergent or constructive plate margins is the most striking relief feature which having ‘S’ shape extending from Iceland to Bouvet Island. This ridge is known as Dolphin rise (north of the equator) and Challenger rise (south of the equator).
30. Which among the following statements is/are correct about Ocean Currents?
- Warm currents flow from equatorial regions towards the polar regions and hence have a higher surface temperature.
- They flow in the anti-clockwise direction in the northern hemisphere and in the clockwise direction in the southern hemisphere.
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
Warm currents flow from equatorial regions towards the polar regions and hence have a higher surface temperature.
These currents flow in the clockwise direction in the northern hemisphere and in the anti-clockwise direction in the southern hemisphere.
